Can self-control theory explain offending in late adulthood? Evidence from Germany
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2016.12.001
Abstract: •The study tests whether self-control affects offending in late adulthood.•Self-control has both a main effect and an interactive effect with opportunities.•The self-control effect is similar for males and females.•Self-control cannot account for the gender gap… read more here.
Keywords: offending late; control; late adulthood; self control ... See more keywords
Self-control and offending in late adulthood. Investigating self-control's interaction with opportunities and criminal associations in advanced age
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2018.09.002
Abstract: •Self-control theory is tested in a sample of older adults.•Participants are 3000 individuals aged 50 years and over.•Low self-control significantly affects offending in late life.•Self-control effects are greater when opportunities for crime are abundant.•High self-control… read more here.
Keywords: control; offending late; control offending; self control ... See more keywords